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U-M research contributed nearly $100M to state’s…

02/23/2022

Source: Michigan News

The University of Michigan research enterprise contributed $97 million to Michigan’s economy over the past fiscal year, supporting employment across large and small businesses statewide, according to…

URC applauds Gov. Whitmer’s 2023 budget recommendations

02/09/2022

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U-M launches SEAS Sustainability Clinic in Detroit to…

11/10/2021

Source: Michigan News

Building upon its mission to have a real-world impact for people, communities and businesses, the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability has announced the launch of the SEAS…

Innovation Partnership's annual report 2021

U-M Innovation Partnerships announces record number of…

10/26/2021

Source: Michigan News

The University of Michigan has reported a record number of license and option agreements over the past fiscal year, as well as patents issued, further solidifying its position as a leading university…

EntryPoint in Ann Arbor Releases 2020 Detroit…

04/07/2020

EntryPoint, a nonprofit research institution in Ann Arbor, has released the 2020 Detroit Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report. The study provides insights into Detroit’s entrepreneurial ecosystem,…

TechTown launches emergency fund for Detroit small…

03/18/2020

TechTown is launching the Detroit Small Business Stabilization Fund to support the needs of small businesses impacted by COVID-19. In an effort to accelerate access to capital for Detroit’s most…

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04/18/2022

Tackling Environmental Health Threats

09/15/2021

URC Universities Lead the Nation in Developing Talent for Mobility Industry

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